Logitech TV Cam HD Brings Skype Video Calling to Your HDTV
NEWARK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Today Logitech (SIX: LOGN)(NASDAQ: LOGI) and Skype announced the new Logitech®
TV Cam HD, a high-definition TV camera with built in Skype™
capability that operates on any HDTV with HDMI® input, making it easier
than ever to share everyday moments through HD Skype video calls from
the comfort of your own living room.
The Logitech TV Cam HD (Photo: Business Wire)
With Skype built in and using Wi-Fi® or Ethernet
connectivity with your HDTV, there is no additional software or
computer required, making installation and use quick and easy. Using a
simple, bundled remote controller, the Logitech TV Cam HD lets you call
anyone using Skype on any platform, whether they are on their
smartphone, tablet, HDTV or computer. Simply sign into Skype with your
existing Skype Name, or create a new account on your HDTV, and you are a
few clicks away from making a Skype video call from the comfort of your
couch. You can also use Skype on the Logitech TV Cam HD to call landline
or mobile numbers using your account's Skype Credit or calling
subscription. Plus, the Logitech TV Cam HD is Skype Certified™, ensuring
you will have the best-possible Skype calling experience.
"Amazing connections happen when the video calling experience moves to
the TV in the living room: the most popular and comfortable place in the
house," said Joerg Tewes, vice president of Logitech's digital home
business group. "Because of the size of the TV screen and the quality of
the video, the new Logitech TV Cam HD with Skype brings a whole new
social element to the living room, helping you feel like your family and
friends are right there with you. It's a transformative experience."
"Our mission is to make Skype calling part of consumers' everyday
routine by ensuring it is accessible to everyone at any time and from
anywhere," said Bob Rosin, head of business development for Skype. "The
affordable and simple-to-use Logitech TV Cam HD is a great way for the
whole family to share everyday moments through Skype with others near
and far — right from their living room."
The Logitech TV Cam HD is easy to set up and works with any HDTV with an
available HDMI input. The camera also offers a wide-angle lens developed
in conjunction with the German optics specialist Carl Zeiss that gets
the whole family in the video call, so everyone from grandparents to
grandchildren can move around naturally, compared to a regular computer
webcam experience. Thanks to Logitech Fluid CrystalTM Technology
and Carl Zeiss® optics, you'll experience crystal clear sound
and sharp, rich video images — even in low light.
The Logitech TV Cam HD features a built-in ringer, so you'll know when
someone is calling — whether your TV is on or off — and the dedicated
power supply helps ensure the camera is ready for a call. The Logitech
TV Cam HD provides four microphones to help reduce noise and echoes for
enhanced audio quality.
Pricing and Availability
The Logitech TV Cam HD is expected to be available in the U.S. and
Europe beginning in August and September 2012, respectively, for a
suggested retail price of $199.99. For more information please visit www.logitech.com
or visit Logitech's blog.
About Skype
Skype is communications software whose purpose is to break down barriers
to communication. With an Internet-connected device, families, friends
and colleagues can get together for free with messaging, voice and
video. At low cost, they can also call landlines or mobiles virtually
anywhere in the world. Skype has recently introduced group video,
allowing groups of more than two people to do things together whenever
they're apart.
Founded in 2003 and based in Luxembourg, Skype is a division of
Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT). Skype can be downloaded onto computers,
mobile phones and other connected devices for free at www.skype.com.
You can get news and updates from Skype on its Blog: http://blogs.skype.com,
Twitter: twitter.com/skype
or Facebook: www.facebook.com/skype.
About Logitech
Logitech is a world leader in products that connect people to the
digital experiences they care about. Spanning multiple computing,
communication and entertainment platforms, Logitech's combined hardware
and software enable or enhance digital navigation, music and video
entertainment, gaming, social networking, audio and video communication
over the Internet, video security and home-entertainment control.
Founded in 1981, Logitech International is a Swiss public company listed
on the SIX Swiss Exchange (LOGN) and on the Nasdaq Global Select Market
(LOGI).
Logitech, the Logitech logo, and other Logitech marks are registered in
Switzerland and other countries. All other trademarks are the property
of their respective owners. For more information about Logitech and its
products, visit the company's website at www.logitech.com.
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510-713-5834
ktodd@logitech.com
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Source: Logitech
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